Make a Ukulele DIY

[@pastorboygloden]

My daughter asked me to make her a Ukulele today, so I am researching, and this has been he best video I have watched so far. Thank you.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks Kevin, happy this is helpful to you. Let me know how your build goes!

[@wdukes1327]

I have learned more about clamping techniques in 15 minutes than in years of watching youtube.... thanks!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

That's awesome Will!! Glad you got something out of the video..

[@wileecoyoti]

I just watched this whole series and jumped back here to share it with some people. This is what makes KZbin so great! I think when I finally make my own uke I'll stick to hardwood, but the process and the challenge here is exceptional.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Ryan Wilhelm yes it should be made of hard wood!! Thanks for watching and sharing!! I really appreciate!!

[@ymemag9861]

BLOWN AWAY by this video.... that is a work of art!!!!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Ymemag Thanks a lot!!

[@marksinden4156]

Nice video, and I'm admiring the jigs and fixtures as much as the craftsmanship needed to make a uke build look so deceptively simple.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Mark Sinden Thanks Mark, I'm glad you enjoyed..

[@aarondcmedia9585]

Artisan. So nice to see they still exist. Good luck!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks you so much Aaron... You just made my day..

[@keystone]

For sure the most involved of the "Two 2x4 Challenge" videos. You've done a great job. I loved watching the whole process and you do a great job of explaining step by step and your thoughts! Will watch this channel from now on!!!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Welcome aboard!! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@p3t3rjhackett]

Best 4/2 project I've seen. Well done. Can't wait for part two.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Part 2 and 3 are already on my channel, thanks for your comment. I'm happy that you enjoyed the first part!!

[@davemaybee]

Excellent video - informative & instructional with timely & most helpful dialogue - thank you Tomy

[@HovingtonInstruments]

More than welcome Dave:)

[@mikel4510]

Those are some huge jars of peanut butter! You are a true artist.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Mike L thanks Mike, with the stuff in them they weight around 15 lbs... loose nuts and bolts...

[@101boertjie]

This is a magic piece of work. Am heading to Part 2 right now.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Johan Combrinck Thank you! let me know what you think at the end...

[@101boertjie]

That end result is awesome. I am not a musician by any means, but i love what you made with a piece of plank.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Johan Combrinck thanks, make sure you keep an eye out for what I'll make with a 2x4 this year... It's in the works , and the video or the first part should be out within the next week or two..

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Johan Combrinck thanks, make sure you keep an eye out for what I'll make with a 2x4 this year... It's in the works , and the video or the first part should be out within the next week or two..

[@geologist_luna]

Simply fansastic, can't wait to finish the series.

[@cozydram1]

Thanks chap enjoying the UKE build so far. Keep the good work up

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Phil Collins thanks Phil

[@Suthenair]

FANTASTIC!!! More please!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Suthenair Thanks!!

[@GuysShop]

The ukulele looks great so far. I am really looking forward to see the finished project. It was extremely interesting to see your process for making this.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

GuysWoodshop Thanks Guy, I'm pretty impressed of how it turned out so far.. Using a 2x4 I didn't expect the body to be so nice and responsive. It's far from being premium material and i'm not expecting it to sound very good, but once it's done I'll probably be able to use it by a camp fire...

[@davismichael1034]

This is excellent Tomy! I'll be watching this until the end. I am DYING to attempt this now.. You're a true craftsman.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Michael D thank you Michael.. enjoy the series

[@TheTriGuy]

Very nicely done! I really enjoyed watching this. Nice combination of power tools and hand tools. Again, well done!

[@DavidBarnkow]

Absolutely fascinating! Such a delight to watch craftsmen at work! Thank you for sharing this.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thank you! I'm really happy you have enjoyed the video...

[@pauldicarlo3057]

This is such an epic idea. Bravo!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks Paul!!

[@JoeC1977]

Tomy thank you for your amazing vidoes. You not only showed how to make a ukelele from a 2x4 but you also demonstrated many basic techniques of instrument *and* jig building which are very helpful to me ("so that's how it's done!") You've given me confidence to expand beyond cigar box guitars. Thank you.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

That's awesome, Please keep me posted of how your build goes...I would love to see pictures...

[@LeosVideos]

Thank You, Tomy!! That is what a video should be!! That was perfect! I really enjoyed all of your instruction and the way you explained certain problems and procedures like using the rosewood for the bridge and why or grain direction. This was very informative and enjoyable! Thank you again. I wish I loved close to you to see all of your guitar projects. Please continue to post videos.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+KeysAndGuitar Thank you! Really happy you enjoyed the 2x4 serie! I will be posting more videos of instrument building in the futur, but at this moment my wife and I just had a bran new baby boy and it's a bit tricky to get in the shop! If you follow those link you'll be able to see the Mandola I'm curently building... Thanks for watching and welcome to the channel! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJvEomywftaseM0 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ-qh3uvm511i7s

[@MattLaneWoodshop]

Very nice Tomy, I enjoyed the process and also some really neat techniques.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Lane Bros WoodShop Thanks, I'm happy you enjoyed it...

[@Dave51262]

Looks great so far! Look forward to part II. Great ideas. Thanks for this.

[@NMranchhand]

Enjoying this immensely. Thank you.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thank you for the feedback! Glad you enjoyed the videos

[@CharlesLabedz]

this is inspirational. luthiering is so cool.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Charles Labedz love those comments! When one of my videos inspire someone... thank you for this Charles...

[@snazzie-designz]

Fantastic and wonderfully interesting to watch. I've picked up loads of woodworking tips in the process too. Thanks so much for making this video.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Glad you were able to get something out of this Video! Thank you for watching!

[@BillyGaultWoodWorks]

looking good! I've thought about doing this same build but I'm not a luthier but I like watching and learning. Thanks for sharing.

[@59iner]

very nice so much talent

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks!

[@lessparks9388]

Great idea. I really enjoyed this video.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Les Sparks Thank you, I appreciate the feed back..

[@bombjack78]

Your doing a grand job keep it up

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks!!

[@PaulDesmondimakewoodthings]

Really enjoyed watching this. Looking forward to the rest of the uke construction. Great work man.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Paul Desmond thank you Paul!

[@deemstyle]

Randomly found this video just browsing around. Enjoyed the video- great work!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

thanks for watching, let me know what you thought of the finished Uke..

[@JohnMajerle]

I learned a lot from this demo that I believe will help me on the next uke I build. Thanks!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Welcome John, Glad you got something out of the video

[@humbertoescamillavela9916]

Muy bien ,todo un profecional meticuloso congratulations

[@danberntsen6998]

Nice 2x4 uke !!! Me like a lot !

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Dan Berntsen thanks Dan!!!

[@southernexposure123]

Great you're showing how to make this instrument. Thanks

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Welcome!

[@just-dl]

take as many videos as you like to make this! love your work.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks Dan! The other two video of this build are already uploaded.. make sure to check them out:)

[@just-dl]

Done & Done! really nice. I like your videos. Great illustration of what you do and how you do, without all the tedium of every step. (I don't mind the boring bits, but, i know that's not to everyone's liking.) Kudos on the project, and a good jjob of documenting it. :-)

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks for the feedback Dan! Really happy you enjoyed the other videos in the series:) thanks for watching.

[@stevenstewart3414]

This is a great project Tomy! I watch a lot of guitar construction videos and I love how you employ the same techniques as guitar luthiers use. I'm really looking forward to watching the next video of you finishing this project. If I get very brave, I may even try to make a 2 x 4 uke myself! Thanks!!!!

[@MichaelMcBride58]

Wonderful video!

[@aaronwadzinski5761]

looks cool. great work.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks Aaron..

[@danbreyfogle8486]

WOW, what a great project. I built a Mountain Dulcimer kit and loved the work, but making an instrument from scratch really interests me.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Ukes are easy and not very costly... It's a nice intro into lutherie... I would recommend a different wood though;)

[@csplinter]

I've never seen a guitar built. I'm here for the 2x4 challenge. This is god damn beautiful. On to part two.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thank you sir! Glad you are enjoying the build.. of you get hooked by guitar build, maybe this video might interest you! Thanks for watching.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4CzlWyVd8xpr80

[@Nature_Reclaimed]

Awesome video! My brother plays the Banjo and Ukulele. You've inspired me to try making one for him.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

I love to hear this, whenever I inspire people it makes my day.. Feel free to pick my brain if you decide to go ahead with your build..Cheers

[@phillypauly]

I learned a lot in this little video... Thank You

[@OneManBandWoodworks]

Great video, looking forward to the next episode

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks for your comment, part 2 and 3 are already uploaded to the channel. Enjoy!!!

[@peteroberts7334]

Looks awesome so far !!!

[@MauriceBlok]

Very nice to see the glue clamping of the back & soundboard, this is new to me. I think by using the Rosewood, you’re still save and sound ;-) ,regarding the challenge, as it sound be at least 80% 2X4 and you obviously easily managed that. The weights you used for clamping seem like giant peanut butter jars to me :-) Ohhgg, just wonderful!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Maurice Blok I'm glad you enjoyed the first part, I'm already working on the follow up video and hope to add it to my channel in the upcomming weeks. By the way, they are peanut butter jars, with weight inside( roughly 17 lbs)

[@carterpowell4302]

Pretty cool!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks for watching!

[@tsstn]

I love this video. I have just subscribed. You are doing somebeautiful work sir.

[@TheHappyJacky]

Beautiful, thank you so much !

[@Sugarfan34]

excellent video! not too much talking and speeding it up got the points across well. please do part 2 of the neck construction. well done.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Sugarfan34 Thanks for the feed back, I ended up making a part 2 for the neck and part 3 for finishing and sound sample, here are the links... kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6XIXqaobreKZpI , kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJbGqJ9jo6mqbtU , Enjoy, and let me know what you think of the finished piece...

This is absolute amazing. Very great skills and a enjoyable video. You have a new subscriber! Now I must see the next part.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Stephan Pöhnlein Welcome to the channel Stephan, happy that you enjoy the video!

[@SmokeFlame1]

Very nice. Keep going.

[@jaythedead]

Awesome Video. In case you try something like this again, you could have used resin impregnated 2x4 instead of switching to hardwood, that way the whole thing is from 2x4.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+jaythedead See this is exactly why I like when people leave comments! What a cool Idea this is.. Unfortunately it's a wee bit too late but I'll keep this idea in mind! Thanks for sharing your thoughts...

[@juanmarco9125]

@@HovingtonInstruments uooeee

[@danamoose1234]

Incredible

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks you very much!

[@Teddy-zz6kp]

Many good tips, good video 👍🏾

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks Teddy!

[@caseycardwell3308]

I just found your channel. Excellent video. There's so much good information and great techniques. Subscribed.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Welcome aboard!! Thanks for your support...

[@Terufe2670]

lookin bomb man. Keep up the good work

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Terufe2670 Thanks!

[@CPettybone1]

Great video! Thanks!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+CPettybone1 Thank you!

[@nangidkram8652]

Nice half an ukulele! Please don't compromise on the details in future just to fit into one video. You have knowledge and skills and good communication. Thank you.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Nangid Kram Thanks Nangid , the 2x4 challenge is one video and it is what I was referring to. I did make a part 2 and part 3 for the Uke build and you can easily find them on my channel. If you're interested in more information on building instruments you can also find more detailed videos on my channel from other build. Thanks again for your comment, I really appreciate..

[@raulrendon450]

THANKS A LOT TO SHARE, IS INSPIRING ME TO TO MAKE ONE.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

RAUL RENDON I'm really happy that my video inspired you to try instrument making...

[@goat165]

Wow very nice!!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Goat thanks Goat!!

[@goat165]

How long have you been building these? Do you sell them too?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Goat my first completed acoustic instrument was done in early 2012. You can see it following this link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/anKxmqaZqKpnbtE . You can also see what I make on my website here: www.hovingtoninstruments.com/ I wouldn't sell a instrument made from a 2x4 obviously but this one still looks and plays well...I'm building a custom Octave Mandolin for a customer right now you might be interested in. I'll leave a link to one of the video from the series kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJ_KqIGwi9SNZ8U . Thanks for your interest

[@jamaicafxdes9176]

Nice

[@michaelboone5398]

Very cool vid

[@HovingtonInstruments]

thank you!

[@jamesbrandon8582]

great video have any tips on how you keep those chisels so sharp? That's one thing that slows me down, and what brand do you use? thanks, keep doing what you do 👍

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Honing paste and leather strop.. once they are sharp, if you hone them you shouldn't have to resharpen them, at the very least, not often... I have some Stanley, a cheap set and some misc. from estate sale or from used stores... as long as the steel is decent and hold it's edge i'm fine with them.. For gouges I use only Pfeil.. Thanks for watching..

[@CarlosPrado-w8q]

Great! Can you explain me what is 2x4? A wood? A wood cut?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Carlos Prado a 2x4 is a piece of pre cut lumber of softwood (pine, fir, cedar or in this case Spruce) that is used in house construction. It is 2" by 4" and you can have them in length of 8, 12 feet.

[@Rousifier]

Wow! Je te remerci beaucoup.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Rick Phelan Bienvenue, sa me fait plaisir!

[@alakro1356]

2:35 - Is that really peanut butter you are using for weights? Love it!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

:) they are peanut butter jars but they are filled with bolts and nuts...

[@johndeggendorf7826]

Tomy Hovington ...wouldn't that break your teeth??

[@xerospacious4024]

john you win ok. You win.

[@robertcress2809]

Was it white wood 2x4 or pine?

[@esobofh]

Fantastic 2x4 challenge, though a bit disappointed with the rose wood addition :) Could you have used a knotty portion of a 2x4 as harder piece for this? I'm nitpicking really, great work!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+Kyle Geddes Thanks Kyle, Interestingly enough someone commented just this week on how he would have soak a 2x4 piece in epoxy to make it harder... Well too little too late. But to answer your question I didn't want to chance it. If you have a soft wood there the responce of the instrument is extremly diminished not to mention compromising the integrity of the soundboard itself.Thanks for leaving a comment :)

[@galland3496]

Yes I did appreciate this video. Thank you.

[@guybartlett9587]

you are a genius!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Well!!! I've been called many things but genius is a first.... Thanks! ;)

[@BrianMcCauleyDesign]

This is really cool. I've played guitar for 20+ years. I'm a woodworker not a luthier but I'd love to build one some day. Maybe a ukulele is something I should do first.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Brian McCauley I find a small instrument is the best way to go to start... Brings the cost way down on the material and the overall time of the build is quicker. I build my first F5 mando to see if I could pull off later a hollowbody. Price difference for the material on those is of 1 to 5 ratio.

[@BrianMcCauleyDesign]

Wow. Thanks. That's great advice.

[@bassafratz]

DID YA DO IT?!?! DID YA DOO IT?!?! DID YA DOOOOO IIIIIT?!!?!!!!

[@GoGreenMan]

ummm wow!!! awesome!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks!

[@mmordors]

Great video ! But you've done this a lot before as evidenced by the guitars and Mandolins we see in the background. Can't wait to see part two and hopefully see you play the instrument.

[@clemmcguinness1087]

ingenious

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Clem McGuinness Thank you very much Sir McGuinness!

[@dwaynethompson1885]

Great video. Great job. Just some questions about some tools you used. 10:25... What's the name of the press? Gobard? Gobar? Hobar? Where can I find more info about it? 13:10 what's the name of the wooden lever clamps used there? 14:00 spool clamps? Thanks for the content and any answers.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

10:25 is a go bar press/ deck here’s a link to a already made one: www.stewmac.com/SiteSearch/?search=go%20bar%20deck%20rods&tabs=2&tpage=0 13:10 is a luthier’s clamp and there are videos out on KZbin already on how to make em. 14:00 Spool clamps, yes, here’s a link on how i made mine: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ-qh3uvm511i7s Thanks for your interest and for watching:)

[@SmallShopWorks]

Very Nice. I love all your custom tools. Maybe this is standard for making guitars, but just being a weekend warrior woodworker of sorts. I am loving this. Thanks a lot for sharing! You got my sub.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks, yes a lot of the tools a pretty standard in lutherie. Thanks for watching and welcome to my channel:)

[@cameronhay1829]

amazing video man, i really want to build a ukulele this inspires me more so

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Cameron Hay glad I was able to inspire you, Uke are a nice starting point. They are not too expensive for material, they allow you to hone your skills, and you can make one in a short amount of time. Let me know how your build goes if you ever decide to dive in!!

[@ElJayTxTn]

Yes, do. more!!!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+David George do you mean follow up video for this project?? Cause, I posted the last video some 2 years ago..

[@WillEyedOney]

Could you have used a piece of 2x4 soaked with CA glue instead of the Rosewood for full 2x4 authenticity? :)

[@HovingtonInstruments]

That would have probably work. You are right...

[@JoeC1977]

Tomy, i have a question: at 4:40 while shaping the side - there is also a length of something white, longer than the side, between your hand and the side which is touching the hot tube. Is it there 1) to reduce stress and the risk of breaking the side? 2) as it is longer than the side, makes it easier to bend the whole length? Also what is this piece made of? Is it reusable? If this is a trade secret, I respect if you cannot share this information. Merci.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

It is a thin piece of stainless steel ( white plastic is still on it) for exactly the reason you mentioned in 1 and 2. I do talk about them in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJjGdIOXitZoq9U

[@elliottj4746]

good job one day my lil brother might make me one hes got madd skills .

[@alvaliable]

beautiful wood :3

[@jimhoopes7842]

This is an amazing video series, the instrument is so beautiful and the effort you put into the amazing final product is awe inspiring. Have you built any other ukulele's in a different material?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Jim Hoopes no, I usually build Mandolins and guitar, This Uke was my first one ever.. I haven't built another one yes.. here's a link to my website if you would like to see more of my instruments.. thanks for watching. www.hovingtoninstruments.com

[@jimhoopes7842]

Tomy Hovington I can't get over the fact that not only is the quality and care put into the instrument (which is common pine) is awesome but the camera work and audio of the video is great. I love how carefully you approach each step of the process and how much care each part of the instrument gets through out the assembly. I personally don't know any mandolin players but when anyone I know is looking for a guitar, I'll make sure to send them to check your website! How many instruments are you producing at a time?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Hard to say, I always have something on the go but when I get a commissioned instrument, I work only on this one... The build I'm making at the moment is pretty cool because my client was all on board to let me shoot videos of the build even if it would affect how long it would take to build it..I have a playlist started on it called Octave Mandolin... Side note( the 2x4 was spruce).. Thanks so much for you interest and taking time to watch my videos.. Sorry for the wait on your reply...

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

How thick did you thin the sides before bending?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

CircuitsAndStrings The sides were about .120. They will get a bit thinner after cleaning the inside on the spindel sander and sanding the outside also...

[@Dzonemp]

Wow!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Dzonemp 😁Thanks!!

[@julians9519]

This is pretty cool, I have never made an instrument before, but have always wanted to make myself a mandolin. Would you recommend this as a good starter project to getting into instrument making?

[@mikekimmen4730]

Why do most of the videos I try to play just come up with a black screen with a play arrow in the middle that does nothing? Unable to play videos. Help please.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Honestly... Not sure, I'm not really tecky, and you are the first person to ever to mention this.. I would probably try to get off your YT profile to try to see if you can see them after that... Hope you can sort it out!!! Thanks for your interest..

[@kevinkaul5982]

Thanks. Curious, where do you live?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Jeani Kaul I'm in BC near Vancouver. But I'll be moving to Vancouver island pretty soon.. are you around here also?

[@waynedollery9946]

Could you tell me the wood type of your 2x4? Is it pine?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

It’s a Spruce 2x4, thanks for watching

[@knucklecorn]

Your English is very good. Where are you from?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Thanks, I'm French Canadian.. I grew up near Quebec city but now I'm on Vancouver Island..

[@BlackDogWoodwork]

Really cool. I'm wanting to build a guitar. But I thought I'd cut my teeth on a ukelele first, glad I found this series. Now you have a new sub. 👍😁

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Welcome aboard! Glad you enjoyed this series:)

[@HobbyKidDIY]

anyone have any suggestions on how an amateur woodworker gets more experience and skills in the luthier craft?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+HobbyKidDIY Books, Reading, talking to other woodworker/instrument builders,trial and error, and enjoying the process of learning...Oh, and allowing yourself to sometime fail and learn from it...Hope it helps...(lots of great tutorials on KZbin too..)

[@JoeC1977]

Hi - perhaps dated but I only just found this video - how to get experience - in my case, I have built 12 cigar box guitars with fretted necks. So I have learned piece meal - I am confident with necks, frets, nuts, bridges, action but not building true acoustic bodies. Yet. Anyways, this is how I have learned some of my luthier skills.

[@RiippinHeads]

I really wonder how long this whole process takes...?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Ridic for this build it took me a month, start to finish..

[@RiippinHeads]

Incredible. Thanks!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Ridic thanks for watching!

[@warchitect73]

thanks for making these. pretty cool vids. dont apologize for the extra vids. only makes more awesomeness to watch.

[@louiscypher7090]

Ridic these types of videos have a tendency to romanticize woodworking. in others words make it look easy and that you too can create such things in a day or so.

[@raulmirasserna8713]

Que altura tem a lateral? e o desenho do perfil?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

+raul miras serna os lados são afunilados. Eles são 52mm na cauda e 42mm no pescoço ... obrigado por assistir

[@EthanSh1n]

Sorry if I missed this in your 3 videos, but did you radius the back? Is it necessary to radius a ukulele back?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

I did not radius the backboard. If I would build a higher quality uke I would for sure. It is not necessary but does show a greater level of craftsmanship.

[@simonecamplani2430]

so kerfing doesn't need bending iron?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Simone Camplani if you make the relief cuts deep enough it gets really easy to shape to whatever shape you need.

[@simonecamplani2430]

+Tomy Hovington 0.4 mm?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

depends on what you are building. for a Uke 4mm would work. The instrument I'm making right now is 6mm. Here is a link to it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJ_KqIGwi9SNZ8U

[@kevinkaul5982]

How thick is the front and back?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Jeani Kaul .100 (3/32"). The sides were .080" to shape without splintering.

[@kevinkaul5982]

No. I live in the middle of Colorado. In the mountains away from people. I recently finished my first ukulele from scratch. Have some structural issues. Going to attempt it again.

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Jeani Kaul instrument making doesn't come easy.. lots of learning through mistakes.. hope you're happier with your next one Kevin..

[@JJV.09]

how is it now? is the uke still good until now?

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Jas Per I expected a crack or something within a few months but it looks and sounds the same even after a year and a bit.. surprisingly....thanks for watching